Project Finance Analyst, Freetown, Sierra Leone, P-2

Overview

Ensure effective financial resource management and oversight of project budgets.

You have:

• Advanced degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Finance/Accounting, or any other related field.
• Two years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance, preferably in the Development sector.
• Proven relevant work experience in Administration, Finance, Budget.
• Knowledge of UN Operational Rules and Regulations; direct working experience applying and handling UN Operational rules and regulations would be an advantage.
• Advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling web based management systems and ERP financials, preferably Atlas.
• A professional accounting qualification from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Fluency in English is required.

Contract

This is a P-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 84,416 USD and 114,658 USD.

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The Position:

The Project Finance Analyst plays a key role in ensuring effective and accurate financial resources management and oversight of project budgets. You will facilitate communication and sharing of information on financial matters pertaining to project implementation.

You will report to the International Operations Manager.

Job Purpose:

Working within a Country Office environment, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest efficiency in financial resource management and the provision of accurate, thoroughly researched and documented financial information for effective delivery of financial services and transparent utilization of project financial resources.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

Advanced degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Finance/ Accounting, or any other related field.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Two years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance, preferably in the Development sector;

• Proven relevant work experience in Administration, Finance, Budget;

• Knowledge of UN Operational Rules and Regulations; direct working experience applying and handling UN Operational rules and regulations would be an advantage;

• Advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems and ERP financials, preferably Atlas;

• A professional accounting qualification from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy. Professionally qualified accountants from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy will have a distinct advantage;

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Languages:

Fluency in English is required.

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